The Scottish Vocational Qualification (SVQ 2) in Controlling Lifting Operations: Slinger/Signaller (Construction) at SCQF level 5 allows learners to demonstrate competence in job-related skills in their particular area of work and expertise.

This qualification covers areas such as slinging and signalling the movement of suspended loads; conforming to general workplace health, safety and welfare; and conforming to productive work practices.

This qualification has been designed in partnership and jointly awarded with CITB, the sector skills council, to ensure relevance to the sector.

SVQs are based on National Occupational Standards (NOS). SQA works in partnership with other organisations to ensure that NOS are relevant to the current and future needs of Scottish industries. CITB is the industry training board for the construction industry.

This qualification is available through employers and training providers.

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Why deliver this qualification

Learners will gain an internationally recognised qualification which guarantees that they have the skills, knowledge and abilities required to carry out their role successfully. Employers will also benefit from their employees being proficient.

As assessment is carried out in the workplace this minimises any time learners would need to be away from their work.

How to assess

For general information on how to assess this qualification, please refer to the document Guidance on how to assess SVQs. For detailed guidance on how to assess this particular SVQ, please refer to the assessment strategy.